Local

Wrong-way driver crashes into semi-truck on northbound I-5 in Thurston County, WSP says

The wrong-way driver apparently was headed south in the northbound lanes of I-5 when he crashed into a semi-trailer near Maytown in Thurston County.
The wrong-way driver apparently was headed south in the northbound lanes of I-5 when he crashed into a semi-trailer near Maytown in Thurston County. Courtesy

A 57-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of multiple crimes after he drove the wrong way on northbound I-5 in Thurston County and crashed into a semi-trailer truck early Sunday, according to the Washington State Patrol.

The man was booked into jail about 1 a.m. on suspicion of driving under the influence and reckless endangerment.

It was not immediately clear when the wreck happened, but the 57-year-old driver crashed into the truck near Maytown. The impact of the collision caused the truck to roll onto its side, the State Patrol says.

No injuries were reported, said Trooper John Dattilo in a social media post.

This story was originally published January 12, 2025 at 10:22 AM.

Rolf Boone
The Olympian
Rolf has worked at The Olympian since August 2005. He covers breaking news, the city of Lacey and business for the paper. Rolf graduated from The Evergreen State College in 1990. Support my work with a digital subscription
Get unlimited digital access
#ReadLocal

Try 1 month for $1

CLAIM OFFER